Conclusions
The present research studied the relationship between self-assessment and reading skill. 160 students
studying in an intermediate level took part in this study. In order to select a homogenous group the
researcher used an oxford placement test. Then 130 students were selected. Then the self-assessment
questionnaire used for data collection. Then reading test was run. This test was adapted from the
TOEFL reading comprehension (Broukal, 2005) Published by Peterson‘s book.
This test used as a tool to explain the reading proficiency of the students. Based on the information
obtained from the study, there was a significant correlation between self-assessment and reading skill
of Iranian EFL students. (rho = +.490, p ≤. 01). . Based on research done by researchers, Selfassessment
can be an extremely useful tool for improving the overall quality. Therefore, they started
to overcome their problems and their problem improved. Then self-assessment reveals their learning
problem and leads to improvement in students‘ learning.